New Release from RAKwireless include a Raspberry Pi RP2040 based LoRaWAN core Module

Just a year after RAKwireless launched 14 new WisBlock modules for IoT prototyping, the company is back with a new WisBlock RAK11310 Core, alongside a Wisblock baseboard, 11 new modules, and one new IO Extension cable.

RAK11310 CORE MODULE

This new RAK11310 Core is one of the first in the market to combine a Raspberry Pi RP2040 with a LoRa transceiver from Semtech – a perfect core module for IoT applications requiring LoRa connectivity. Suitable for a number of applications like home automation, sensor networks, building automation, and personal area networks applications (health/fitness sensors, and monitors, etc.).

The core module can be programmed with Arduino IDE, PlatformIO, or MicroPython.

Features and Specifications:

• RAK11300 WisDuo LPWAN Module:
  • Raspberry Pi RP2040 dual-core Cortex-M0+ microcontroller running at 133MHz; 246 kB RAM
  • Semtech SX1262 low power high range LoRa transceiver
  • Worldwide frequency coverage:
    • RAK11310L – EU433, CN470
    • RAK11310 – EU868, US915, AU915, KR920, AS923, IN865, RU865
• LoRaWan® 1.0.2 protocol stack
• UART/I2C/GPIO/USB through a “Wisconnector”
• Serial Wire Debug interface
• 2.0 V – 3.6 V supply voltage
• Dimensions: 30 mm x 20 mm
• Temperature Range: -40°C to 70°C

The Wisblock RAK11310 core is available for $9.95 while the RAK11300 RP2040 LoRaWAN module sells for $6.95. Other details can be found on the documentation site here.

RAK19003 WISBLOCK BASE BOARD (the smallest WisBlock baseboard so far)

Features and Specifications:

• Wisconnector for WisBlock Core MCU
• 2x 24-pin Wiconnectors for WisBlock modules
• I2C, UART, GPIOs and analog input
• USB Type-C debug port
• 1x Reset button
• 2 user-definable LED’s
• 5V power supply via USB port/3.7V power supply via LiPo batteries/5V via solar panel(s)/Combination of multiple power inputs
• Dimensions: 35 x 30mm

The baseboard is currently available for $8.99. Other details can also be found on the company’s website.

The company also released 11 other modules with a new 120mm RAK19008 IO extension cable for large WisBlock modules.

Here’s a list of the 11 new modules:

• RAK12006 PIR Module: Motion detection sensor (can be used for light automation as well as for detecting intruders in security systems).
• RAK12007 Ultrasonic Sensor –  Obstacle detection and distance measurement module (uses ultrasonic waves to detect objects up to a distance of 400 cm with up to 3mm accuracy and 15° detection angle).
• RAK12009 MQ3 Alcohol Gas Sensor – For detecting alcohol concentrations in the air between 25 to 500 ppm (can be used in low-cost breathalyzers or air quality sensing system).
• RAK12010 Ambient Light Sensor – For measuring light intensity from 0 lux ~ 120000 lux.
• RAK12011 Barometer WT Sensor – A water-resistant barometric air pressure and temperature sensor for outdoor and weather applications (for measuring pressure from 260 ~ 1260 hPa).
• RAK12012 Heart Rate Sensor –  Based on the MAX30102 low-power sensor (for measuring heart rate and pulse oximetry).
• RAK12015 Vibration Sensor – For detecting unusual vibrations on motors and machinery.
• RAK13101 GSM/GPRS Module – Cellular modern for sending data over GSM to the cloud
• RAK14003 LED Bar Graph Module – For displaying status information (has 10x customizable LEDs)
• RAK19004 Green Power Module –  External power converter to recharge WisBlock with renewable power sources like wind generators, water turbines and solar panels.
• RAK16000 Current Sensor – DC Current Sensor module that can measure current from 0 to 3A.

Details on the modules plus how to go about buying any can be found on their product page.

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